Troop Casualties in Ukraine War Near 2 Million, Study Finds
The number of deaths, injuries and missing is approaching a grim milestone after nearly four years of fighting.
Defense and Military Forces
Xi’s Purge of the Chinese Military
The ousting of China’s most senior general has set off fevered speculation.
Israel Recovers Body of Ran Gvili From Gaza, Closing a Chapter
The recovery of Master Sgt. Ran Gvili’s body paves the way for the next stage of the Gaza cease-fire plan, though the path forward is unclear.
In Xi’s China, Top General’s Fall Shows Precariousness of Power
A combat veteran, Zhang Youxia was once seen as the most trusted man in Xi Jinping’s military. Now he is the most public example of disloyalty to Mr. Xi.
In Xi’s China, Top General’s Fall Shows Precariousness of Power
A combat veteran, Zhang Youxia was once seen as the most trusted man in Xi Jinping’s military. Now he has been accused of disloyalty to Mr. Xi.
The Woman Who Stands Between Donald Trump and Greenland
Mette Frederiksen, Denmark’s leader, has taken big risks standing up to Mr. Trump. It might just be working — for now.
The Woman Who Stands Between Donald Trump and Greenland
Mette Frederiksen, Denmark’s leader, has taken big risks standing up to Mr. Trump. It might just be working — for now.
Syria Announces Cease-Fire Extension, Hours After Truce With Kurds Expired
Syria’s government and Kurdish-led forces in the country’s northeast have clashed as President Ahmed al-Sharaa seeks to extend his authority across the entire country.
Despite Trump’s Words, China and Russia Are Not Threatening Greenland
U.S. and European officials say they are unaware of any intelligence that shows China and Russia are endangering the island, which is protected by the NATO security umbrella.
Iran’s Leadership Stumbles After War and Unrest
The bloody crackdown offers hints about growing tensions inside the country’s ruling system as the cleric’s rule comes under strain.